Village Québécois d'Antan facts for kids
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The Village Québécois d'Antan is a special place in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada. It's like stepping back in time to the 1800s! This historical village is also a living museum, which means you can see how people lived and worked long ago.
The idea for the Village Québécois d'Antan started in 1977. A historian named Claude Verrier, along with the local Chamber of Commerce (a group that helps businesses), helped create this amazing place.
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Exploring the Village Québécois d'Antan
The Village Québécois d'Antan shows what life was like in Quebec between 1810 and 1930. It's not just a collection of old buildings; these are real 19th-century houses that were moved here to create the village.
When you visit, you'll find:
- 70 old houses from the 1800s. These include a traditional sugar shack (where maple syrup is made), a school, and even a doctor's house.
- Guides dressed in old-fashioned clothes. They work in 22 of the homes and show you what daily life was like for people back then. You can see artisans (skilled craftspeople) doing their work.
- 18 "economuseums." These are small museums that teach you about traditional jobs and crafts from the past.
- A large area of about 2.8 kilometers (1.7 miles) to explore. It's set in a beautiful natural landscape.
- More than 100 people who work at the village to make your visit special.
Special Events Throughout the Year
The Village Québécois d'Antan hosts fun events for major holidays every year.
Halloween Fun: Le Village Hanté
If you like spooky adventures, you'll love Le Village Hanté (The Haunted Village). This is the Halloween version of the village. It offers a haunted tour with lots of thrills! This event usually happens from late September through the end of October.
Christmas Magic: Le Village Illuminé Desjardins
During the winter holidays, the village transforms into Le Village Illuminé Desjardins (The Illuminated Village Desjardins). It's filled with Christmas lights, festive food, and special shops. This magical event runs from late November through early January.
